Monday, July 15, 2024

Erik Chen | 2nd Prize | Piano | 11th Edition | ENKOR Int'l Music Competition


 A 15 year old pianist from Riverside, California, Erik Chen began playing piano at the age of 4, and is currently studying with Ms.Jenny Shin. 

Throughout his rich musical journey, Erik has participated in numerous national and regional competitions, including gold in the Southern California Bach Festival, multiple first place  awards in the Southwestern Youth Music Festival. Erik has won top prizes in the Los Angeles Liszt International Piano Competition, Satori Summer Music Festival, OPUS Piano Competition, and MTAC State Solo.

Off the piano bench, Erik has a strong passion for tennis. He also conducts lab research and experiments, as well as participate in speech and debate.  

1. Mephisto Waltz No. 1, S 514, Franz Liszt, Duration: 11:45

2. Fugue in D major, BWV 874, WTC Book 2, J.S. Bach, Duration: 3:03